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This species is monotypic (only
member of this genus) and is endemic to the Amazon river basin
in Peru and Brazil. Aquarium
Care: A well planted tank a fine grained substrate
with a few hiding places. Diet: live, frozen,
flake and tablet foods. Not a fussy eater. Remarks:
known to bite fins and scales of other fish in the aquarium
(Richard Kik IV).